1962 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2001 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 1962 Cadillac Sixty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Cadillac Sixty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac Sixty | 2001 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sixty | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
